LAKE GROVE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION RULES & REGULATIONS HANDBOOK

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1 ************************************************************************************* LAKE GROVE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION RULES & REGULATIONS HANDBOOK *************************************************************************************

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Living Units and General Community Pool/Spa Area Architectural Guidelines Pets Deck Plants ,5 Pots Exhibits 1-4 Satellite Dish Satellite Dish Request Form Exhibit 5 Violation Enforcement (excluding Parking) ,8 Schedule of Fines (excluding Parking) Parking & Vehicles ,11 Schedule of Parking Fines Vehicle Registration Form Exhibit 6 Verification of Receipt Exhibit 7 Alleged Violation Report Exhibit 8

3 INTRODUCTION This handbook has been published to assist all Homeowners and Residents of Lake Grove with a better understanding of the Rules and Regulations governing their community. For the purpose of maintaining an enjoyable environment as well s protecting the property values, the Board of Directors has adopted these revised Rules and Regulations to be effective April 1, 2007 and has authorized the preparation and distribution to all Owners and Tenants. It is the responsibility of each homeowner to familiarize household members, guests and tenants of the Rules and Regulations governing this community. Homeowners are responsible for the actions of their tenants and therefore, must not only inform them of the Rules, Regulations and CC&Rs, but must hold them accountable to these provisions. A copy of the Rules and Regulations must be kept on the premises of each unit.

4 LIVING UNITS & GENERAL COMMUNITY A. Each homeowner is solely responsible for any damage done to the complex by his/her household members, guests or tenants. B. Vehicle entry gates and/or pedestrian gates shall not be forced open to gain entry to the complex. C. Noise from parties, gatherings, stereos and television must be maintained at a level that does not disturb other residents. D. No landscaping, exterior alterations or additions of any type are permitted without the written consent of both the Architectural Committee and the Board of Directors. Submit your written request along with a sketch to the management company. E. No exterior antenna/satellite dish may be erected without written approval of the Architectural Committee and the Board of Directors. F. No trash, unsightly materials or personal property may be stored on patios, entryways or in view of other residents in general. G. No portion of the property shall be used for storage of building materials refuse or any other materials other than those in connection with approved construction. No such materials shall be kept, stored or allowed to accumulate on any balcony, deck or in view of other residents. H. The type and color of all exterior window coverings including, but not limited to, foil, window tints, screens, awnings or sun screen items shall be subject to written approval of the Architectural Committee. (Please refer to CC&R Section 8.06 for more details.) I. No laundry, bedding, towels or articles of clothing may be displayed, aired or dried on patios, balconies or in the common areas. J. No signs, posters or other advertising devises are allowed without written approval of both the Board and the Architectural Committee. This excludes those instances specifically states in CC&R Section K. No Business may be conducted within the complex. However, professional and administrative occupations may be carried on within the units, as long as no external evidence of it exists. (Please refer to CC&R Section 8.09) 1

5 POOL/SPA AREA RULES A. General: The pool/spa area is for the exclusive use of Lake Grove residents and their guests. Discretion concerning the number of guests is necessary in order to avoid monopolizing this area. Homeowners are responsible for the actions of their household members, tenants or guests. Any person who cannot prove rightful access to the common area and facilities will be asked to leave. B. Specific Rules: 1. All guests must be accompanied by a resident. The number of guests should not interfere with use of the pool/spa by residents. 2. It is the responsibility of each pool user to maintain the cleanliness and the attractiveness of the pool/spa area, as well as to report any rule violators by unit number and/or name. 3. Entry to the pool/spa area requires a key to the pedestrian gates. Entry is not allowed by walking around or climbing over the fence or gates. 4. The volume of radios, cassette players, etc. must not disturb other residents in the pool/spa or residential areas. 5. No minors under age 14 permitted in the pool/spa area without adult supervision. 6. No glass or bottles. 7. No pets. 8. No running on deck; No rough play in pool/spa area. 9. No Diving. C. Pool & Spa Hours: Mon Thu: 9am 10 pm; Fri Sun: 9am 11pm. Please be considerate regarding excessive noise. 2

6 ARCHITECTURAL GUIDELINES 1. Any alteration to the exterior of any unit in the community must first have architectural approval from the Architectural Committee prior to the commencement of any improvement. 2. No alterations that may create a sound violation may be made to the flooring of any unit in the association (e.g. tile, hardwood, etc.) without first obtaining approval from the Architectural Committee. In no situation may a hardwood floor be installed on a second floor unit, unless documentation is provided to the Architectural Committee indicating that no code violation or noise violation would exist if the hardwood floor were installed. PETS (CC&R Section 8.07) 1. No undomesticated animals such as livestock, reptiles, insects, poultry or other animals of any kind shall be kept in the complex. 2. Dogs must be kept on a leash, unless confined to a balcony or development enclosed patio. Cats may not be allowed to become a nuisance to residents. 3. Residents must immediately clean up any waste left by their pets in common areas and restricted common areas. 4. Pet owners must prevent annoying disturbances such as barking, howling, etc. Any pet creating such a disturbance shall not remain in the complex. 5. No pets are allowed in the pool/spa area. 6. Ordinarily, no more than two (2) pets may be kept per residence. 3

7 DECK PLANTS AND USAGE A. No potted plant can be set directly on deck even with plant tray. (See Exhibits 1-3) B. All plants must be in pots with plant tray under to catch excess water. (See Exhibits 1-3) C. All potted plants must be placed on plant stand to allow air circulation under the stand to avoid moisture on deck. (See Exhibits 1-3) D. Maximum of ten (10) potted plants allowed on deck. E. Garden hoses should not be used to water plants; use a watering can to avoid excess water run-off. Consider using a direct root water spike for your plants. This will eliminate excess watering and over-flowing (See Exhibit 4) F. No potted plants or hanging plants allowed on railing. G. No nailing, screwing or attaching any device or implement to the railing or deck. This includes, but is not limited to, all plants, wind chimes, flags, bird feeders, bird houses, Christmas lights, shade screens or any other decorative items. H. No chicken wire of any kind allowed around railing. I. No modifications, including painting, to the deck of any kind allowed. J. A maximum of twelve (12) deck washings per year (one per month) including hosing down deck. Use diluted detergent such as Simple Green. 1. Remember maintaining a dry deck is good. A wet deck is prohibited. K. No sharp objects allowed on deck. 4

8 L. General Deck Housekeeping: 1. All deck items are to be kept on rollers or 4-legged stands for air circulation. 2. Umbrella base is to be off deck with plant stand or similar device. 3. No unsightly cabinets or storage containers allowed. 4. No bicycles, trampolines, exercise equipment or the like allowed. 5. Deck is to be free of trash and debris. 6. Barbeques are allowed. 7. Sweeping is recommended over washing off the deck. M. Inspection of Decks by Board of Directors: 1. The Board of Directors will inspect each deck at least two (2) times per year, more if there are on-going violations. 2. Non-compliance could result in fines. 3. In the event there is evidence that damage to the deck system has been the direct result of non-compliance, repair costs could be imposed on the homeowner. 5

9 Satellite Dish The term Satellite Dish as used with these Rules and Regulations shall include all direct broadcast satellite dishes, wireless cable equipment and television or other aerial, antenna, tower or transmitting devices. 1. Homeowners must submit a Satellite Dish Request Form (Exhibit 5) and receive Board approval prior to installing a Satellite Dish on the exterior of their unit. Copies of Exhibit 5 are available from the Management Company. 2. No more than two (2) satellite dishes per unit may be installed and each is limited in size to one meter or less. Where it does not significantly increase the cost of the satellite dish system or any related equipment and where it does not significantly decrease the efficiency or performance of the equipment, such satellite dishes must be installed in a location on the premises where it is least visible from an public street and not in the front of any dwelling unit. 3. No satellite dish may be installed on or penetrate the roof. Neither homeowners nor contractors are allowed to walk on the roof while installing their satellite dish. 4. Where it does not significantly increase the cost of the satellite dish system or any related equipment and where it does not significantly decrease the efficiency or performance of the equipment, wiring and cabling must be installed in a location on the premises where it is least visible from any public street and not in the front of any dwelling unit. 5. The homeowner must repair, in a timely manner, any area affected by the installation and/or removal of their dish, including patching and paint of the Unit exterior to the satisfaction of the Association. 6. The homeowner is solely responsible for all of the items listed below: a. Installation by a qualified person and in accordance with applicable codes and a building permit, if required. b. All maintenance, repair, replacement or removal of Satellite Dish. c. Repair of any property damage and injury resulting from the installation of the Satellite Dish and/or its continued use of maintenance. d. Removing, reinstalling and protecting their satellite dish so that the Association may perform any maintenance and repairs to the property, such as painting of the building exterior. 6

10 VIOLATION ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURES (NOT INCLUDING PARKING AND VEHICLE REGULATIONS) The following procedures will be used to enforce rules violations at Lake Grove: 1. Any resident observing a potential rules violation should attempt to ascertain the identity, and if possible, the residence address/unit number of the offender. 2. All observed rules violations should be reported immediately, in writing, to the management company. (See Exhibit 8) 3. Within 24 hours after receipt of notice of the violation, the management company will conduct a brief investigation into the alleged violation. 4. Within 5 days from the date of notice of the alleged rules violation is received by the management company, written notification of the violation will be sent by mail to the owner. Such written notification will briefly state the nature of the rules violation observed and the time by which the violation should be corrected, if applicable. 5. The homeowner must comply with the rule and regulation or insure that his tenant or guests comply with the regulation. If additional time is required to correct the violation, a written request for extension must be received within 10 days after notification with an explanation as to the cause for the delay. 6. Should the homeowner desire to contest the violation he/she may request a Board hearing, in writing, to the management company. 7. Upon notification by management of any committee of a continued violation, the Board of Directors shall review the matter. If it is determined there is sufficient evidence of violation to warrant imposition of penalty, fine or action at law, the owner shall be notified in writing, by first class mail, of the Board s intent to seek compliance. Such notice shall state the specific violation and the amount of fine or nature of penalty or action (including suspension of any membership privileges) being considered. Such notice shall also provide for a hearing date set within thirty (30) days of such notice, provided however, that upon written notice by the owner of his inability to attend the hearing on said date, a reasonable effort shall be made by the Board to accommodate the owner on another date to be mutually agreed upon 7

11 Violation Enforcement Procedures Cont. 8. If written notice by the owner is not received within fifteen (15) days of the notice of hearing, the owner s right to such hearing shall be deemed waived and the Board shall make a final determination in the matter without a hearing. 9. In the even a hearing is held, it hall be before the Board of Director and shall be open or closed at the discretion of the owner. Prior to the hearing date, the owner shall have access to Association records relevant to the violation and shall have the right to representation of his choice, including legal counsel. The Association shall be represented by management or committee, as appropriate, and shall also have the right to legal counsel. 10. Written notification of the Board s decision will be sent by mail to the owner. 11. Should the owner not pay all sums found owing for restitution of property damage and/or fine levied, within thirty (30) days from the Board s decision, it will be presumed that the owner is unwilling to comply with such decision and the matter may then be turned over to either the Association s attorney or other proper authorities to pursue through the civil and/or criminal justice system. 8

12 SCHEDULE OF FINES (NOT INCLUDING PARKING AND VEHICLE FINES) 1. If damage to Association property is found and if the damage was caused by unintentional conduct, the fine will be: Full restitution, being the full replacement value of the property damaged or destroyed. No other fine will be imposed. 2. If damage to the Association property is found and if the damage was caused by intentional conduct, the fine will be: Full restitution, being the full replacement value of the property damaged or destroyed; and a discretionary fine, by Board decision between 10 to 50% of the replacement value of the property destroyed with a minimum fine of $ For all other rule violations, the following fines shall be imposed: FIRST VIOLATION: If, after proper notification and a hearing before the Board, the violation still exists, the board may instruct the management company to fine the homeowner $50.00 for non-compliance. SECOND VIOLATION: If non-compliance continues 30 days after the issuance of the fine, the management company acting on behalf of the Board may either issue a second fine of $ or action may be initiated by the Association s attorney to bring a mandatory injunction or any other available legal action by the court. 4. All attorney fees and/or court costs incurred in the collection of fees or serving of mandatory injunction or other legal action are the responsibility of the homeowner. 5. All costs incurred by the Association in enforcing any of these rules may be charged to the homeowner of the unit involved. 6. An owner is responsible for the acts of his household members, guests and tenants; the owner will be subject to the above fines. 9

13 PARKING AND VEHICLE REGULATIONS (CC&RS SECTON 8.02) 1. Homeowners and tenants must park in their assigned garages only. 2. Residents with more than two (2) vehicles must park their additional vehicles outside the complex, or make arrangements with another homeowner to rent garage space. 3. Garages shall be used for parking purposes only and shall not be converted to any other use or occupied as a recreational or hang out space. As a safety & security measure, the garage door must be kept closed at all times, except when working in your garage. 4. No major vehicle maintenance is permitted within the complex. Activity such as changing filters, replacing spark plugs and adding coolant is not considered major maintenance and is therefore permitted. Major maintenance includes repair work normally performed by a mechanic or requiring special machinery/tools, such as replacing seals, overhauling carburetors, engines, brakes, transmission, etc. 5. Homeowners, tenants and guests are prohibited from parking, storing or keeping on the property any large commercial-type vehicle. Such vehicles include but are not limited to: a. Any that cannot be parked in a resident garage. b. Any vehicle not normally used for non-commercial purposes. c. Any vehicle displaying (permanent or temporary) business advertising. 6. Homeowners, tenants and guests are prohibited from parking, storing, or keeping on the property any recreational vehicles, including but not limited to any camper unit, house car or motor home. Busses, trailer coaches, camper, boat, aircraft, and inoperable vehicles are also prohibited. Recreation vehicles commonly used for transportation purposes, such as pick-up trucks with camper shells are allowed. The Board of Directors retains the right to determine what is an authorized vehicle. 7. There shall be no parking of vehicles, including motorcycles, at curbs, in driveways, or on sidewalks, on greenbelt areas, or in any open area not specifically designated guest parking. Vehicles, including motorcycles, shall not be parked in such a manner as to interfere with access to any garage (i.e. parking in front of a garage in the driving lanes), driveway, sidewalk or parking space. 10

14 8. There hall be no parking along the west wall to keep fire protection areas unimpeded. Vehicles parked in red zones and areas designated as Fire Lanes by the City of Garden Grove are subject to tickets issues by the City in addition to Association fines. These vehicles are subject to immediate tow without notice. 9. Guest parking is for use by visitors only and NOT by homeowners or residents, excepting in cases of ACTIVE VEHICLE LOADING/UNLOADING. Hazard lights/flashers must be on to indicate loading/unloading. ACTIVITY MUST BE OBVIOUS AND IS LIMITED TO COMPLETING THE PROJECT. If inactivity is observed, the vehicle will be inventoried and issued a warning citation by the patrol company as a resident vehicle parked in guest parking. The vehicle will be subject to immediate tow upon subsequent non-compliance, as well as hearing(s) and fines assessed as outlined in the governing directives. NOTE: Residents who use/abuse guest parking for their own vehicles during the day or night could lose safe-listing privilege for their guests. 10. GUEST PARKING PROCEDURES Guest parking spots are an amenity of the Lake Grove property, the usage of which is a suspend-able privilege subject to limits, in order to maintain fair access. a. A guest/visitor is defined as a person visiting a resident, and who parks in the guest/visitor parking areas. Any guest/visitor vehicle that is parked in guest parking for more than 8 days per calendar month will be considered a resident vehicle and thus not allowed to use guest parking. A request for more time (if needed) along with an explanation must be submitted to the management office. Such a request is subject to Board approval. Resident will be responsible for keeping track of how many times they have safe-listed a particular guest vehicle in a calendar month. b. All residents will be able to safe-list their guest vehicles through a personal address based system. This system will allow residents to monitor how many times their guest s vehicle has been safe-listed in a calendar month. Residents are responsible for limiting safe-listing of a given vehicle to 8 times in a calendar month. c. Safe-list log will be monitored and audited. If guest vehicle has been safe-listed more than 8 times in a calendar month without Board approval, the host will subject to retroactive fines per occurrence beyond the 8 th safe-list in a given calendar month. d. Access to safe-listing will be available online, through the management company, and through the patrol company. e. All residents will be required to register all their household vehicles PRIOR to being given access to guest safe-listing privileges. 11

15 f. The discovery of unregistered resident vehicles could result in the loss of guest safe-listing privileges as well as Association hearing(s) and/or fines. g. All guest vehicles parked in common area between the hours of 10 PM and 6 AM must have a valid safe-list. h. Any vehicle s not safe-listed (i.e. in violation) upon inventory will be issued a warning citation and subject to immediate tow upon subsequent violation, at owner s expense. (i.e. Warning on 1 st violation, tow on 2 nd violation). 11. It is the responsibility of residents of Lake Grove HOA to inform their guests and contractors where they may legally park. Contractors are to unload the vehicles at resident area and then park their vehicle in a legal parking space while doing work. No vehicle may block the reserved postal vehicle area. Any such vehicle is subject to immediate tow. 12. The SPEED LIMIT within the complex is restricted. Please observe the posted speed limit of 15 mph at all times. Be watchful of pedestrians and children. Motorcycles and vehicles should drive safely and cautiously throughout the complex at all times. 13. ALL UNAUTHORIZED AND ILLEGALLY PARKED V HEICLES ARE SUBJECT TO IMMEDIATE TOW AT THE OWNER S EXPENSE (REFERENCE CALIFORNIA VEHICLE CODE SECTION 22658) IN ADDITON TO ASSOCIATION FINES. WATER SHUT OFF PROCEDURE 1. If it becomes necessary to turn off the water for your unit for repairs, you should first call Lordon Management to note which units will be affected by the shut off. 2. The boilers MUST be shut down by plumbers and maintenance people who are familiar with workings of these boilers to prevent any damage. The ones currently being used at Lake Grove are Pacific Plumbing at for the boilers. (Please call management if ever in question as to who the authorized plumber is). 3. The procedure is to give the units who will be affected at least 48 hours notice by posting a notice on their doors. This is your responsibility or you can pay the plumber to do it. 4. In addition, for heating and air conditioning repairs, you may want to use Spicer Mechanical Heater & Air at , or Greenwood at These companies are familiar with the heating and air conditioning systems at Lake Grove. 12

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